Large Amount of Marijuana Found in Union Beach Home, Police Say

UNION BEACH, NJ - A three-month investigation and neighbors' complaints led to a Union Beach man being arrested this week who police say was selling marijuana out of his home.

Jose Hernandez, of 642 Jersey Avenue in Union Beach, was arrested after a search warrant was executed at his home. This is following a three-month investigation between the Union Beach Police Dept. and Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office.

Police said they seized a large quantity of marijuana from his home and Hernandez was charged with possession of marijuana over 50 grams, as well distribution charges. Police said the investigation stemmed from numerous complaints in the neighborhood of suspected drug traffic activity.

"This case is just another example of the relentless joint effort by the Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office and the Union Beach Police Department to target those who sell any type of illegal narcotics in this great little town," Detective Shawn Gilkison said.

We cannot stress enough the value of reporting suspicious and/or suspected drug activity, police added. The number to call is 732-264-0313.

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